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The system is so confusing honestly. I've been collecting for 2 months and still not sure if I'm doing the job search thing right. They want 3 activities but what if you apply to 10 jobs in one day - does that count as 10 activities or just 1? And networking events - how do you even document those properly?
Each job application counts as one activity, so 10 applications = 10 activities. For networking, you document the event name, date, contacts made, etc. Keep it detailed.
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Don't forget you can get benefits for up to 26 weeks typically, so that $504 weekly adds up. Just make sure you're doing your job search requirements - they're pretty strict about that now. You need to do 3 work search activities per week and keep a log.
The system is so confusing though! I thought the amount was based on what you made in your last job but apparently it's some complicated calculation from multiple quarters? Why can't they just make it simple like a percentage of your last paycheck??
It's based on your base period earnings, which is usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed quarters before you file. They use your highest quarter during that period. It's designed to account for seasonal work variations and give a more stable calculation.
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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor by phone (which is super common), I found this service called Claimyr that actually helps you reach an agent. They basically call for you and get you connected. Check out claimyr.com - they even have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of trying to get through on my own when I had questions about my claim status.
Never heard of this but honestly anything beats sitting on hold for 3 hours just to get disconnected. Might check it out if I have issues with my claim.
File ASAP! And start keeping track of your job search activities immediately too. NYS Department of Labor requires you to search for work and keep a log starting with your first week of benefits. Don't wait to start looking just because you're getting unemployment - they can audit your job search records.
Good point about the job search requirement. How many jobs do I need to apply to each week?
I believe it's 3 job search activities per week but check the current requirements when you file. Activities can include applying, networking events, or updating your LinkedIn profile.
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The NYS Department of Labor unemployment system is so messed up. They make it nearly impossible to get benefits even when you deserve them. My cousin quit because her boss was sexually harassing her and they still denied her claim initially. Had to get a lawyer involved.
Sexual harassment definitely qualifies as good cause for quitting. The issue is usually that people don't document the harassment properly or report it to HR first. NYS Department of Labor wants to see that you tried to resolve the issue before quitting.
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Ethan Scott
•Thanks for sharing that! I've been trying to call for days with no luck. Might give this a try.
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Lola Perez
wait so if employers pay quarterly, what happens if they go out of business? do we still get benefits?? this is making me nervous about my situation
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Nora Brooks
•Yes, you still get benefits even if your employer goes out of business. The unemployment insurance fund is maintained by NYS Department of Labor and doesn't depend on any single employer staying in business. That's the whole point of the insurance system.
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